Not Just Breaking the Ceiling. Serving It.


Two individuals standing behind a kitchen island with a gas stove, one woman and one man, with the woman crossing her arms and the man with his arms crossed. A paper bag with a red logo and a signature is on the counter. The woman is wearing a dark chef's jacket with a patch that says 'Knicks' and the name 'April Comacho.' The man is wearing a black shirt. The background has kitchen cabinets, a double oven, a refrigerator, and a glass door, with lighting equipment visible.

About April

Two chefs in white uniforms standing in a kitchen with Asian dishes, including buns and grilled food, and a bamboo steamer. One chef holds a tray of buns, and the other holds a bamboo steamer
An elderly man and a young woman in a chef uniform are standing together and smiling, with the man’s arm around her shoulders, in a corridor near a women’s restroom sign.
View of a baseball stadium with food and drinks on a table in the foreground, including four glasses of beer and a tray of hot dogs topped with various condiments. The field is visible in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, April “Apes” Camacho Keosky has seen it all: from the cutthroat kitchens of fine dining establishments to feeding fans and talent from the most prestigious venues in the world.

A courageous leader and a creative powerhouse that brings the grit, professionalism, and tenacity required to be a truly extraordinary chef.

In kitchens historically dominated by men, April not only held her ground but rose to lead the brigade. Her experience navigating high-pressure, high-volume environments—from the stadium rush to world-class service—means she thrives when others fold.

She translates that fierce precision into every dish, guaranteeing a flawless, unforgettable culinary experience, regardless of the scale.

When not overseeing her kitchen, Chef Apes likes to dress up with her Boxerdoodle (Biko) 🐾, stream her favorite shows (Parks & Rec, Stranger Things) 📺 or seeing her favorite band in the world, Linkin Park 🤘

Pasta salad with greens and a topped soft-boiled egg drizzled with balsamic glaze
A tray of cooked meat topped with small, round, golden-brown bread rolls and a white gravy boat filled with gravy in the center.
Lamb chops garnished with herbs, served with roasted cauliflower and a side of rice with vegetables.
Crispy fried fish pieces topped with green wasabi mayo and pink pickled ginger on a baking sheet.

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